Silent Embrace

Silent Embrace
Author: Ann Angel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 170
Release: 2010-11
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780980208160

Birth mothers are often the forgotten or ignored part of the adoption triad. This collection of literary essays seeks to correct the imbalance by publishing personal stories by birth mothers, adoptive mothers, and adoptees. The stories cover a range of topics about adoption, open adoption, birth parent connections, and unification with children after closed adoption, focusing on the relationship with birth mothers. An anthology of essays by, for, and about birth parents.

Silent Embrace

Silent Embrace
Author: Hayley Cyrus
Publisher:
Total Pages: 318
Release: 2017-11-27
Genre:
ISBN: 9781979982573

Fans of The Hunger Games are going wild for Silent Embrace!He went into the Running never planning to find a mate. She was frightened, with no idea what to expect...Ready. Set. RUN. Blythe has been summoned to be in the Running; an annual event where shifters are let out of their jails for twelve hours and released into an arena to find a mate. Every year, ten human girls are placed in the stadium, armed, and given three ways out: elude the shifters and remain uncaptured, kill one and escape, or be caught and become their captor's mate. Forever.Killian is a tiger shifter with a dark past that has left him cold and believing that love is a weakness. He never thought his chance would come, but this year he's been called up to participate in the Running and will be forced to select a mate, knowing that he will never truly love her. When the two lock eyes in the arena, a shiver of fear and lust runs down Blythe's spine. Will she be able to escape? Does she even want to? And if she's claimed by the hardened man staring back at her, will she be able to make him believe in love again?

A Book of Silence

A Book of Silence
Author: Sara Maitland
Publisher: Catapult
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2010-09-01
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 1619021420

A personal and cultural exploration of silence and its value in our lives—“[an] artful book, mixing autobiography, travel writing, meditation, and essay” (Independent, UK). In her late forties, after a noisy upbringing as one of six children and adulthood as a vocal feminist and mother, Sara Maitland found herself living alone in the country and, to her surprise, falling in love with silence. In this fascinating, intelligent, and beautifully written book, Maitland describes how she began to explore this new love, spending periods of silence in the Sinai desert, the Scottish hills, and a remote cottage on the Isle of Skye. Maitland also delves deep into the rich cultural history of silence, exploring its significance in fairy tale and myth, its importance to the Western and Eastern religious traditions, and its use in psychoanalysis and artistic expression. Her story culminates in her building a hermitage on an isolated moor in Galloway. “Her book is probably unique in its subject, and timely, because good, healing silence is becoming hard to find, and we may not know we need it” (Guardian, UK).

Silence

Silence
Author: Deborah A. Lytton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Communication
ISBN: 9781609079451

After an accident robs Stella of her hearing and her dream of going to Broadway, she meets Hayden, a boy who stutters, and comes to learn what it truly means to connect and communicate in a world filled with silence.

The Northern Silence

The Northern Silence
Author: Andrew Mellor
Publisher: Yale University Press
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2022-01-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 0300254407

An essential exploration of Nordic composers and musicians, and the distinctive culture that continues to shape them Once considered a musical backwater, the Nordic region is now a musical powerhouse. Conductors from Denmark and Finland dominate the British and American orchestral scene. Interest in the old masters Sibelius and Grieg is soaring and progressive pop artists like Björk continue to fascinate as much as they entertain. Andrew Mellor journeys to the heart of the Nordic cultural psyche. From Reykjavik to Rovaniemi, he examines the success of Nordic music's performers, the attitude of its audiences, and the sound of its composers past and present--celebrating along the way some of the most remarkable music ever written. Mellor peers into the dark side of the Scandinavian utopia, from xenophobia and alcoholism to parochialism and the twilight of the social democratic dream. Drawing on a range of genres and firsthand encounters, he reveals that our fascination with Nordic societies and our love for Nordic music might be more intertwined than first thought.

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Solitude, Silence and Loneliness

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Solitude, Silence and Loneliness
Author: Julian Stern
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 440
Release: 2021-11-18
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1350162175

The Bloomsbury Handbook of Solitude, Silence and Loneliness is the first major account integrating research on solitude, silence and loneliness from across academic disciplines and across the lifespan. The editors explore how being alone – in its different forms, positive and negative, as solitude, silence and loneliness – is learned and developed, and how it is experienced in childhood and youth, adulthood and old age. Philosophical, psychological, historical, cultural and religious issues are addressed by distinguished scholars from Europe, North and Latin America, and Asia.

How to Do Things with Silence

How to Do Things with Silence
Author: Haig Khatchadourian
Publisher: Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2015-10-16
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 1501501445

This work is a detailed analytical study of different forms of silent doing. It explores a range of topics related to silence, including the theory of silent doing and its relationship to other forms of action and communication, silence and aesthetics, the ethics and politics of silence, and the religious dimensions of silence. The book, as an original contribution to analytical philosophy, should be of interest to philosophers and students.

Night and Silence

Night and Silence
Author: Seanan McGuire
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 418
Release: 2019-08-27
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 075641038X

Now in hardcover, the twelfth installment of the Hugo-nominated, New York Times-bestselling Toby Daye urban fantasy series! Things are not okay. In the aftermath of Amandine's latest betrayal, October "Toby" Daye's fragile self-made family is on the verge of coming apart at the seams. Jazz can't sleep, Sylvester doesn't want to see her, and worst of all, Tybalt has withdrawn from her entirely, retreating into the Court of Cats as he tries to recover from his abduction. Toby is floundering, unable to help the people she loves most heal. She needs a distraction. She needs a quest. What she doesn't need is the abduction of her estranged human daughter, Gillian. What she doesn't need is to be accused of kidnapping her own child by her ex-boyfriend and his new wife, who seems to be harboring secrets of her own. There's no question of whether she'll take the case. The only question is whether she's emotionally prepared to survive it. Signs of Faerie's involvement are everywhere, and it's going to take all Toby's nerve and all her allies to get her through this web of old secrets, older hatreds, and new deceits. If she can't find Gillian before time runs out, her own child will pay the price. Two questions remain: Who in Faerie remembered Gillian existed? And what do they stand to gain? No matter how this ends, Toby's life will never be the same.

The Power of Silence

The Power of Silence
Author: Dr. Jennifer Sherine
Publisher: recco
Total Pages: 25
Release:
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN:

Chapter 1: The Noisy World In the first chapter of "The Power of Silence: Unspoken Depths," we are introduced to the cacophony of the modern world, where noise permeates every aspect of our lives. Emily, our protagonist, finds herself surrounded by a constant barrage of sounds—traffic, chatter, media, and the incessant hum of technology. As Emily navigates through this noisy world, she realizes that the relentless noise has become a source of distraction, disconnection, and overwhelm. She observes how conversations are dominated by the need to fill every silence, leaving little room for deep listening or genuine connection. She witnesses how technology infiltrates every moment, filling the gaps with notifications, alerts, and the constant bombardment of information. Driven by a growing sense of unease, Emily embarks on a quest to understand the impact of this noisy world on her well-being and the well-being of those around her. She delves into research on the detrimental effects of noise on mental health, cognitive function, and overall quality of life. She explores the concept of noise pollution and its consequences for both individuals and the environment. As Emily reflects on her own experiences, she realizes that the noise has not only affected her external environment but has also created a constant internal chatter—a restless mind that rarely finds respite. She recognizes that amidst the noise, the voice of her own intuition, creativity, and inner wisdom often gets drowned out. Motivated to reclaim a sense of peace and clarity, Emily begins to explore the transformative power of silence. She discovers that silence is not just the absence of noise, but a sanctuary—a space where she can reconnect with herself and the world around her. In the moments of silence she carves out, Emily experiences a newfound sense of presence and awareness. She notices the subtle sounds of nature—the rustling of leaves, the chirping of birds—that she had long ignored in the backdrop of noise. She revels in the beauty of stillness and the calming effect it has on her mind and body. As Emily delves deeper into the exploration of silence, she encounters ancient practices of mindfulness, meditation, and contemplation. She learns that silence can be a powerful tool for self-reflection, introspection, and personal growth. In the quietude of silence, she uncovers layers of her own being, unravels the complexities of her emotions, and begins to understand herself in a deeper way. Through her journey, Emily starts to appreciate the importance of creating intentional spaces for silence in her daily life. She embraces moments of solitude and solitude amidst nature, recognizing them as opportunities for rejuvenation and connection with her inner self. In the closing pages of this chapter, Emily contemplates the noisy world she once knew and the newfound appreciation for silence that has emerged within her. She realizes that silence is not a passive state but an active choice—a conscious decision to cultivate stillness amidst the chaos. With a renewed sense of purpose, Emily looks forward to the subsequent chapters of her journey—a journey that will explore the various dimensions of silence, its language, its resilience, its impact, and its potential to ignite profound transformations in both the individual and the world. Chapter 2: Embracing Silence In the second chapter of "The Power of Silence: Unspoken Depths," Emily embarks on a transformative journey of embracing silence as a profound practice and way of being in a noisy world. Recognizing the need for respite from the constant noise and distractions, Emily sets out to explore various ways to embrace silence in her daily life. She seeks guidance from spiritual teachers, mindfulness experts, and individuals who have found solace and wisdom in silence. Emily learns that embracing silence goes beyond merely seeking external quietude. It involves cultivating an inner stillness—a state of deep presence and receptivity to the present moment. She discovers that silence is not a void to be feared but a gateway to profound inner richness and self-discovery. As Emily integrates silence into her life, she begins to explore different practices that facilitate this embrace. She learns the art of mindful breathing, using each breath as an anchor to the present moment and a pathway to silence within. She discovers the power of silent contemplation, allowing thoughts to come and go without judgment, and finding peace in the gaps between them. Through the practice of silence, Emily experiences a heightened sense of awareness and connection. She discovers that silence is not about disconnecting from the world but rather deepening her connection to it. In the absence of external distractions, she becomes attuned to the subtleties of her surroundings—the touch of a gentle breeze, the beauty of a sunlit sky, and the symphony of sounds that arise naturally in the quietude. Emily also explores the role of silence in fostering deep listening—the art of truly hearing and understanding others. She discovers that by embracing silence in conversations, she can create a space for authentic connection and empathy. Through active listening, free from the need to interject or respond immediately, she cultivates a deeper understanding of others' experiences and perspectives. As Emily immerses herself in the practice of embracing silence, she realizes that it is not a linear path but a constant invitation to return to the present moment. She encounters challenges and distractions along the way, but through mindful awareness, she learns to navigate them with grace and resilience. In the closing pages of this chapter, Emily reflects on the transformative power of embracing silence in her life. She realizes that silence is not a destination but an ongoing practice—a way of being that requires patience, compassion, and dedication. She acknowledges that as she continues to embrace silence, its profound effects will ripple through all aspects of her life—deepening her connection to herself, enhancing her relationships, and allowing her to navigate the noise of the world with grace and inner peace. With a renewed sense of purpose and a growing appreciation for the beauty of silence, Emily eagerly awaits the next chapter of her